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Volume 41 Issue 5

Students discuss presidential debate

parker bunch staff writer

On Wednesday, more than 50 PLNU students packed into Cunningham Hall to watch the first Presidential debate of the year. They were joined by 67 million others nationwide, according to the Los Angeles Times. An hour and a half later, after President Obama and Governor Romney made their closing arguments, these PLNU students continued the debate. A debate forum for students who attended many of them Political Science majors was hosted by ASB, and contained members of both the PLNU College Republicans and Democrats. The students were encouraged to share their impressions about the debate, comment on the performances of the candidates and articulate their political leanings. The debate was moderated by senior ASB President and Political Science major Ian McKay, who prefaced the forum by insisting the discussion remain respectful. "Let's try to stay away from extremism," McKay said. "Let's have a polite dialogue." The overarching conflict of the evening was the precarious balance of power between state and federal government, at one point specifically highlighted by the issue of education. Lindsey Lupo, a professor of Political Science at PLNU, weighed in on the educational policies of Presi-

photo courtesy of casslyn fiser ASB president Ian McKay (standing on left) and an ASB Representative from Young Hall, Robert Contreras (gesturing on right), listen to the political discussions.

dent Obama and Governor Romney, both of which she claimed follow a similar theory. "Both candidates are arguing about bottom-up, states-focused [policies]," Lupo said, who dubbed the policy a "race to the top, where each state knows what's best for themselves." Lupo said this is in contrast to former President Bush's education policy, which took an opposite "federal government [trickle] down [effect]," exemplified by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, which was a blanket federal mandate required to be implemented by schools across the nation. The topic of education was followed by brief arguments concerning

the origins of job generation and debating which candidate performed the best that evening. Some students felt that President Obama was not overly aggressive in the debate, which they asserted was dominated by Governor Romney. Other students argued that this more passive approach by President Obama was wholly intentional. They said that his incumbency did not necessitate an overly-assertive strategy in what was only the first presidential debate of the election. However, regardless of political affiliation, the debate at PLNU was seen as a positive experience for all students who participated.

"It was exciting to see such interest on campus," McKay said. "I think that there are some incredibly smart students on this campus that know a lot about politics ... When these type of discussions can happen in a rather non-confrontational way, [everyone] involved leaves feeling like it [was beneficial.]" Sophomore Robert Contreras, an ASB Representative from Young Hall, echoed McKay's words. "It's important for students to practice this style of debating," said Contreras. "It allows for growth and encourages the precise articulation of their points." Contreras said that this articulation is also born from students having

their beliefs constructively refuted, which encourages them to rethink their stances. He also pointed to the benefits of having professors present to offer expert opinions and "facilitate the debate in a proper manner." Lupo stressed via email the importance of hosting such debates in encouraging political involvement among students. "I continue to be incredibly impressed with the rich insight and deep passion that PLNU students bring to the table in discussing civic issues and social problems," she said. "I feel good about the differences that these great [CONT. POLITICAL DEBATE, P.2]

Entrepreneur Enrichment Program directs business paths for students

shannon barr news editor

From designer clothing companies to hydroponic-based produce stores, PLNU students were able to infuse their passions through a business they created via the Entrepreneur Enrichment Program, held by PLNUs Fermanian Business & Economic Institute. On Tuesday, FBEI held the sixth annual Entrepreneur Expo, which had around 80 attendees made up of faculty, students and mentors. During the event, students were able to pitch their business ideas during a three-minute speech, with the opportunity to impress a mentor who may potentially work with them to produce a professional business plan. After their presentations, there was time for mentors to ask questions concerning the students plans for their businesses. This evening served as the first process in the program, in which only

students who receive a certain score graded by the mentors will be able to further the creation of a business plan. The students will be assigned specific mentors, who are matched with the students in one of two ways. They are chosen either simply by the mentors marking on their sheet, I want to work with this plan, or our knowledge of the mentors; their gifts and abilities, backgrounds, history, personal interests, said Cathy Gallagher, director of the FBEI. We weigh obviously what the students needs are and we try to pair up those needs so theyre a good fit. Randy Ataide, executive director and producer of entrepreneurship, opened before the presentations and explained the history behind the EEP program. Several alums had a concern that entrepreneurship had never really been nurtured or pursued at PLNU and was really just a course that was taken once a year with a few students in it, said Ataide. And they wanted to find prac-

tical ways in which we could nurture it and expand and grow entrepreneurship of all sorts here at PLNU. Before the presentations, each entrepreneur had a setup that explained their product through visuals. They were able to personally talk to attendees and explain their business ideas. Anne Taylor, a senior at PLNU, is working on a catering business called Anne Taylor Catering with some of her family members. Through EEP, Taylor hopes to receive knowledge on certain aspects of her business. What were really looking for is just more networking, more marketing tactics and techniques as far as just growing, said Taylor. And then ultimately, were looking to build a business plan so we can find the capital to build our own licensed kitchen in the area. Sophomore Donovan Carson is an entrepreneur starting up an online business called IKONIX. Carson looked forward to the mentors advice, describing it as extremely valuable.

Until you actually hear from other people, what they think about it and if its a viable option, you dont have anything, he said. The student entrepreneurs came from diverse backgrounds. Looking

at this group really quickly, I think that I could count at least six different majors, including four or five of those outside of the school of business, said Ataide. We want to encourage from across the departments, across majors, [CONT. ENTREPRENEUR EXPO, P.2]

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Anne Taylor, a PLNU student involved in the EEP, talks to attendees of the Entrepreneur Expo about her catering buisness.

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students will make in the world. I just hope this high turnout to watch the debate translates to high voter turnout next month!" Shannon Leonard, President of the College Republicans, and Chris Huerta, President of the College Democrats, both expressed their approval of the opportunity for debate, and added their desire for increased political activism among students in each of their respective clubs. Leonard praised the forum for its non-threatening atmosphere that encouraged students with little political experience to comfortably participate and ask questions. "Many students are hesitant to become politically involved because they don't have a high level of [political] knowledge," Leonard said. "[The forum was] a good opportunity for them to just be a face in the crowd and listen."

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across disciplines, across interests. Because to us ... thats very much what entrepreneurship is actually about. I feel like as a fashion major, I dont have as much business experience as I could, said Kelsey Bertram, a PLNU senior who is working toward starting Clothe the Naked, a Christian high-fashion clothing company that also donates clothes to those in need. Nitasha Stiritz, a Business and Marketing Major and 2011 graduate of PLNU, was one of three PLNU students named 2011-2012 Entrepreneur of the Year. She and her team formed a product called the Launch Pad. The EEP really actually helped us make it something that could be real. You come into the EEP with these ideas and these dreams and these goals and it all looks right in your head. But really, the mentors that you have access to bring you invaluable information, said Stiritz. So personally, for me the EEP was something that without it, it probably saved me like 15 years of mistakes, said Stiritz. Lynn Reaser, who holds the position of chief economist of FBEI and was recently named chief economist to state controller, said she strongly supports FBEIs Entrepreneur Expo events. I think theyre a wonderful opportunity, said Reaser. They allow individuals to come up with an idea to present to their colleges, to their professors and most importantly to the members of the business community. For those who complete the program, the support from EEP continues. Just the relationships that you build with the mentors as well as afterwards, the relationships that you can continue with your mentors can also provide job opportunities in so many other different places, said Stiritz. She and her team are taking a break from Launch Pad and are exploring different business paths, but hope to reconnect and work together in the future. This gives you an opportunity to do some tentative testing. It may be that youre not really ready; you think you have a great idea but its not really to the point that you can take it to the next step, said Reaser. So you dont have to fail and lose a lot of money; you have a way to test it. This week, aspiring entrepreneur students expect to receive the news of whether they move on in the program or not. Those who do will be told who they are working with for the next five months. In March, FBEI will hold another event in which the winner of the EEP with the most excellent business plan will be announced.

FBEI named State of Californias Economic Forecaster

taylor roy staff writer

The PLNU Fermanian Business and Economic Institute has earned the position of Economic Forecaster for the State of California. Since October 1, the FBEI has officially been on contract with the State Controllers office of John Chiang, the chief fiscal officer. The bid was accepted on September 1, 2012, after discussion on the agreement began early this summer, according to FBEI Executive Director Randy Ataide. There was a conversation that the controller maybe wanted to make a change, so we began that

conversation, Ataide said. Previous relations with the State Controllers office were through Lynn Reaser, PLNUs chief economist, who has been serving on State Controller. While I am absolutely thrilled to hear that Dr. Reaser has been named as chief economist to state Controller John Chiang, I am not unduly surprised, said Ivan Filby, Dean of the Fermanian School of Business. Reaser will continue to advise the Controller on fiscal issues, with the support of the FBEI team and extended PLNU community. According to the official press release from the FBEI, the role will require: data and analysis to the California State Controllers executive

staff, analysis and verification of state cash flow estimates, as well as assist in the research, data preparation, analysis and display of economic and fiscal conditions. This work for the state will require further assistance from Ataide, FBEI Director Cathy Gallagher, Research Assistant Dieter Mauerman, Manager Emily Gallentine, eight student assistants as well as other faculty and students. The contract presents a rare opportunity for students to gain practical skills, according Ataide, who said that the FBEI would rely on the efforts of both undergrad and MBA students. I think this position will bring much attention to our institute and

will provide the Point Loma students with a great connection and insight to Californias government and economy, said Kristen Raney, a sophomore business student. Filby said that this position enhances students marketability along with PLNUs. I see this as a pretty significant thing, said Ataide, for a small, private university to obtain a contract as chief economic forecaster for the eighth largest economy in the world. As for the affect this agreement will have on our state, Filby said he foresees positive results. All of us living in California know that our state is facing some significant financial challenges that

are not easily resolved, he said. However, we are comforted to know that Dr. Reaser and her team will bringthoughtful and penetrating analysis to assist Mr. Chiang. John Chiang will be the keynote speaker at this years Economic Outlook Forum. Reaser will accompany him in discussing financial markets and local to global economies. After the presidential election, their evaluation will be particularly pertinent in clarifying the uncertainty of the states economy. The forum will be facilitated by FBEI on November 15, 2012 at the Liberty Station Conference Center.

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10/9 AWOLNATION and Imagine Dragons @ House of Blues, 7:30 p.m. 10/10 Edges @ Crill Performance Hall, 7:30 p.m. (through Saturday) 10/11 The xx @ Soma, 7 p.m. 10/11 Musoffee @ The ARC, 9-11 p.m. 10/11 Movie Night feat. Battleship @ USS Midway, 6 p.m. 10/13 Weezer @ Open Sky Theater, 6 p.m. 10/14 Little Italy Festa 2012 @Little Italy, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Acapocalypse is here

tavis robertson staff writer

On Friday, a group of young PLNU students gathered outside the AMC 20 theater in Mission Valley to do what they love sing. The young men, members of the PLNU all-male a cappella group, Pointless, came together for an evening of singing and movie-going. Marking the release of the new a capellathemed film Pitch Perfect, Pointless performed their music for audience members before the films showing a casual performance not out of character for the group. While it wasnt an atypical evening for most members, recent addition to Pointless ranks, freshman Peter Shim, was experiencing his first performance with the group. I was a bit nervous, Shim said, but it turned out pretty good. I felt pretty comfortable, and all the guys were really welcoming about the whole thing. The Friday night performance was

Shims first with Pointless, but in many ways it was leading up to The Acapocalypse, Pointless first a cappella invitational Saturday. With performances from seven different collegiate a cappella groups from all over southern California, including PLNUs brand new female a cappella group, Key of Sea and, of course, Pointless the Saturday show in Crill was a success. Emceed by PLNU alum and former Pointless member Chris Kuzmich, the show was electric, rife with a cappella puns, and well executed from the intricate harmonies to the coordination of the event itself. It all really started last semester, said communication director of Pointless Michael Hartshorn. Hartshorn took on the task of planning the event. He said that the road from concept to reality had been a difficult, and at times stressful, task. We have been invited to other schools for shows like this before, but we decided we wanted to do one of

our own, Hartshorn said. Yes, it was stressful; we had to send out emails, set up to-do lists from reserving buildings and booking groups, all the way to the people we needed to thank.

I was blown away by all the performances, and when you get in the groove, you just go and go.
The process may have been demanding, but after the show, Hartshorns demeanor was one of joy and gratitude. I think it went really well, he said. I was blown away by all the performances, and when you get in the groove, you just go and go. Hartshorn was not the only one to

enjoy the evening; the audience was also very responsive. Clapping to the beat during many songs throughout the show and even dancing to the final song of the night, Pointless adaptation of Footloose by Kenny Loggins, they exemplified the fun atmosphere of the event. Audience

member and junior at PLNU Jonathan Lacayo was no exception. They always include their audience I love that. And while our PLNU groups were the best, Lacayo said jokingly, the other groups were equally talented. I give it two thumbs up.

photo courtesy of casslyn fiser

Pointless performs at The Acapocalypse a cappella invitational on Friday night. The performance brought several a cappella groups from Southern California.

Burton revisits previous short film

jeremy brooks staff writer

ART BRIEF: Fall For The Arts kicks off at Liberty Station

There are two kinds of ways most opinions of director Tim Burton seem to fall these days: some like him for his consistently macabre-yet-playful style, while others see him as overrated, unoriginal and unchanging. In the early 1980s, Burton was fired from Walt Disney Productions after putting together a live-action, black-andwhite short film about a young boy who revives his dead dog Frankenstein-style after it gets hit by a car. Accused of wasting company resources on what seemed too scary and morbid for young audiences, Burton accepted the change and worked on other projects following his own personal style. Since making a bigger name for himself with filmography of some commercially successful movies fromEdward Scissorhands to Alice in Wonderland, Burton has come back to Disney years later to remake his short film as a full-length stop motion animated feature. As a remake of one of Burtons own films, Frankenweenie naturally comes off as being very Burton-esque. It features the directors notable quirky, wacky and dark humor. And Burton reuses many actors from his previous films: Catherine OHara, Martin Landau and Winona Ryder. Much can be checked off the familiar Burton

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tropes list as the movie continues to play, such as the animation designs like those seen in The Nightmare Before Christmasand Corpse Bride. However, it delivers what Burtons movies seem to have been lacking lately: a good deal of heart. It is something a family can watch for the Halloween season and connect with, especially those who have owned and lost dogs themselves. Around the third act of the movie there are some events that may be a little scary for younger children, but still dont seem like something children of five and up couldnt handle. Frankenweenie is rated PG for thematic elements, scary images and action. It can be seen at the AMC 18 in Fashion Valley.

kathleen rhine a&e editor

Friday marked the beginning of San Diegos arts and culture month with Fall For The Arts festival at Liberty Station. The festival honored October as the National Arts and Humanities Month and featured artists of all kinds: painters, musicians, singers, actors and dancers. The central promenade housed the Pacific Arts Movement, while surrounding buildings displayed art galleries and theater performances. T winkle lights, wonderful aromas from food trucks, live music and the PODS Project attracted large crowds at Barracks 17 near the North Promenade. Every POD was transformed into a unique, participatory piece of art that onlookers could walk into and experience. All installations featured different local artists and prompted thoughtful conversation amongst viewers. Buildings were not the only place to showcase artwork; the alleyways featured acoustic singers, scattered art easels, small tables and chairs for tastetesting from local restaurants and musicians pushing their instruments through the wandering crowds. Following the festival, organizations across San Diego will provide free and close-to-free art and culture events for art enthusiasts. Check out www.sandiego.org/ arts to plan an artistic outing.
photo courtesy of kathleen

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK If its a penny for your thoughts and you put in your two cents worth, then someone, somewhere is making a penny. Steven Wright *Warning: These quotes may or may not improve your intelligence.*
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Zombie Apocalypse game brings campus to life

Zombies rush at the Humans defending themselves in the Greek Amphitheater

photo courtesy of casslyn fiser

rebecca rossiter staff writer Last Friday, a couple dozen spectators sat in the Greek watching the final showdown of the Zombie Apocalypse game in which about 70 students participated. The excitement of the participants and the crowd echoed down Caf Lane. Zombies gathered in front of the Greek and the Humans stood inside the Greek, anxiously waiting for the battle. The showdown seemed like a live version of Gladiator where each person tried to defend themself in hopes that their team would win. After the last fight, the Humans walked away victorious. Zombie Apocalypse, led by Ryan Bresnahan, started Tuesday at midnight. Students took the game seriously, equipping themselves with weapons such as Nerf guns, swords, homemade axes

whatever they could find. The rest of the campus observed the commotion, asking just what, exactly, was going on. Most participants started out as humans, marked with a yellow armband, but two alpha zombies wearing an orange armband wandered around campus while trying to tag the humans. Once the humans were tagged, they could not struggle and their only chance of survival rested in the hope that another human might kill the zombie before the zombification was complete (within three seconds of the tag). If their comrades failed to aid them, the human-turnedzombies swapped out their yellow armband for an orange one. Its a great way to have fun, especially when you get to chase people around campus like crazy, said senior Andrew Dixon. So far, Ive played about three times: first time sophomore year, second time last spring, and third time this semester. Through playing, Dixon

said he learned that people can get a little crazy, but also that teamwork is important and following the rules is what helps make the game fun. The only boundaries were the library, cafeteria, classrooms when a professor arrived and dorms during quiet hours. Humans and Zombies each grouped together to stand against the other. During classes students sat on edge, unsure of whether or not they would get attacked when they left. On Friday, Zombies were seen in Bond Academic Center waiting for a Human to get out of class in order to attack him. Josh Jordan, a commuter senior, said he enjoys meeting new people and its just plain fun. Jordan first played in PLNUs first game during his sophomore year. I highly recommend it for anyone who is curious, said Jordan. His favorite weapons to protect himself with are swords or any other melee weapon. Guns dont work well, he said. You might get off one or two

shots, but the darts are easy to dodge and Zombies are fast. Though the game is mainly played on campus, it is technically legal to tag a Human off campus. Jordan pointed out, though, that living off campus gave him an edge, as he was able to more effectively avoid Zombies, who were concentrated on the main campus. Students of all classes, majors and living arrangements shared in the fun of the game. I do like how you get to meet new people, said sophomore Rebecca Wong. For example, when you see a fellow Human or Zombie, all of a sudden theres this affinity and you smile or raise weapons to them, even though in normal cases that would be really strange since youre strangers, said Wong. With about 70 students playing, rules werent always clear and there were gray lines. According to Wong, who made a video promoting the game, questions as to who got who first, where exactly are safe-zone boundaries, whose clock to go by,

and others were asked throughout the game. I feel a bit bad for those who felt like it was unfair because of rules, technicalities or safe-zone abuse, said Wong. But the rules change each semester, as Ryan and everyone else who pitches in ideas try to make each game better every time, said Wong. For the next game the coordinators are going to make a Rules and Information video to ensure they dont forget to mention anything during the meeting, and so that people who miss the meeting can learn the exact rules and avoid technicalities. The coordinators of the game are planning to do this twice each semester so that everyone has a chance to play, said Dixon.

Connotation Corner
portlan beckman staff writer Every inspiration owes its soul to another. Inspiration is inside of us all, but only when another source of inspiration strikes do we build our case for encouraging forward progress and effecting change in the world. But, to effect change, we must first be affected by a change. And we must have a basic understanding of grammar. To be affected by change is to be emotionally moved or inspired by something. Something seen, experienced, heard, felt tangible or not. Anything we perceive as inspiration is valid, even if no other human understands our minds rationale. Freedom to perceive is a liberty all humans have without question; freedom to express those thoughts,

Exploring how language is perceived

unfortunately, is another matter, and varies from broken country to broken country. Luckily for us, our forefathers did not debate whether to allow our minds to work or not when they met for the Constitutional Convention; they had no control. So, if by perception we are genuinely affected and, lets even say inspired, the end product (after a series of steps) would be to effect a change in others. It is the steps in between, as with any form of change, that pave the way to a result. We spend time as apprentices of passion. Sometimes years, sometimes weeks. It depends on the complexity of the change we want to incite. It depends, too, if the change is to be simply within or if we want to extend the opportunity for change to other individuals. Regardless of what each step in effecting change looks like, there is still a similar structure in each experience: inspiration, learning, challenging, oftentimes failing, and then ultimately success (given persistence). Persistence pays, patience is positive, and failure is fundamental if true progress is to ultimately surface.

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Why LoveWorks: Remembering a trip to Armenia

erin lehman contributer I didnt originally plan to go on LoveWorks last summer. That was until one of the posters listing all the different trips caught my eye. I could feel God telling me, You know what sounds like a good idea? LoveWorks. When I told my parents I wanted to do a missions trip, my mother immediately went online to see what trips were available. Put Armenia on your list! she told me. It looks incredible! Now, I had no idea where Armenia was on the map, but I saw that I only had three countries on my LoveWorks wish list, so I decided to humor her. Im so glad I did. The country of Armenia is rich with history about the Christian church and there are ancient churches all over the countryside. The Armenians often refer to Armenia as a desert island because it is the only Christian country surrounded by Muslim countries in the Middle East. It was the perfect setting for God to work through the LoveWorks team I was on, and I dont doubt that God did amazing things in us and through us. But I feel God had something special planned for me. While I was in Armenia, I celebrated my 21st birthday, a milestone in my life and also the first birthday I celebrated without my family. I hadnt expected much to happen because I knew that my team and I were there to serve the Armenian people. But I was floored by how much the Armenian people we worked with wanted to celebrate with me, a near stranger to them. The children at our Kids Club sang Happy Birthday in the best English they could muster and cheered me on while I opened the small gift they had gotten me. Our cook, who could not even speak to me without a translator, spent the entire day preparing Armenian barbeque for our dinner that night. And to top it off, she had even gotten me a beautiful cake with a flare-like candle in the middle. I had never felt so loved as I did that day, especially since these people didnt speak the same language as me. As a gift, the team of Armenians helping our LoveWorks team gave me a ring. It was nothing fancy, just a stainless steel ring that has the Lords Prayer on it. I still wear that ring. Not because its stunning or because it matches everything I wear. I wear it because it reminds me of that day in May, on the other side of the world, and the people there who taught me that love isnt contained in the boundaries of languages. It also reminds me of the milestone that God brought me to and just how much he changed me.

photo courtesy of erin lehman

The Armenia LoveWorks team poses with their hosts

I could share so much more about my trip, but instead Ill leave you with this: if you feel that maybe God is calling you to a missions trip, listen to him. He

may change your life in ways you could never imagine.

Reflections from abroad: London

paige faresveit contributer Hows London? Its the first question everyone asks when were catching up, and its a question Im absolute rubbish at answering. I can give them my student answer, and explain that as a Literature major, the chance to study the works of people like Shakespeare and Dickens and Austen in the very land they wrote in and about is sort of like my version of a semester at Disneyland. I can give them my cultural answer, and recount tales of historical sites visited and plays watched and shopping done. I can even give them my basic answer: Its great, Im having an amazing time! However, none of these really get to the core of what an incredible opportunity a term abroad is. It changes you and shapes you in ways that you could never expect. It challenges you, and forces you to reconsider the world, as well as your place in it. And perhaps most importantly, it tests you - your beliefs, your views, and your commitment to living the life you were called to. When you study abroad, you have the opportunity to try something new every single day. It can be a simple experience, like tasting a food you have never heard of or noticing a building with intriguing architecture. It can be something deeper, like seeing a different perspective on an idea you had not previously considered or having a conversation with someone whose life has been remarkably different than your own. Each of these new experiences becomes a part of you, a part of your story, and as your list of experiences grows, so do you. This constant and exponential change forces you to consider who you have been and who you are becoming and what blend of the two you want to be. For me, it has been this growth that has been most rewarding but also the most difficult, which is where God comes in to my study abroad testimony. I tried to pretend like I wasnt, but I was scared to leave home and PLNU behind. Im the type of person who feels more comfortable having a plan, and choosing to move to a new country definitely requires accepting this new state of not really knowing at all where your next day will take you. It is also the most phenomenal affirmation of the faithfulness and goodness of the Lord. I see Him in the way the buildings that dont look like the ones I am used to seeing at home sparkle against the backdrop of the sky. I see Him in the way my new friends from Brazil or Germany or Uganda pray and worship. I see Him in His constant provision, His constant protection, and His constant love. I know He is calling me to trust, to be grateful for the indescribable blessings I have reaped this semester and be willing to use them in order to glorify His purpose. All of these are lessons I never could have learned if I had stayed in my same little Southern California corner of the universe for the rest of my life. Study abroad. If you can, if theres any way at all of making it work, please please please, do not deny yourself the most enriching and exciting adventure that awaits.

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10/8-9: W. Golf @ Western Washington Invitational. 10/8: Soccer vs. Hawaii-Hilo, M. 1 p.m., W. 3:30 p.m. 10/8: Volleyball @ Hawaii-Hilo, 10 p.m. 10/10: Volleyball @ Chaminade (HI), 10 p.m. 10/12: Volleyball @ BYU-Hawaii, 10:30 p.m. 10/13: Cross Country @ Vanguard Invitational, 9 a.m. 10/13: Soccer vs. Chaminade (HI), M. 11 a.m., W. 1:30 p.m. 10/13: Volleyball @ Hawaii Pacific University, 8 p.m.

Former PLNU athletes return as assistant coaches

greta wall staff writer Katie Pedlowe, Erica Wessels and Aimee Bird were each star athletes for PLNU last year as seniors, but they have not stayed far from their alma mater for long. All three have returned this year as assistant coaches to help their former teammates improve as players. As a four-year starter at forward for womens soccer, Pedlowe proved that she was a star. She tallied 12 goals and 18 assists over her time at PLNU. She earned All-GSAC status three times, and was a two-time NAIA AllAmerican, NAIA All-T ournament honoree and Scholar-Athlete. Returning to PLNU as a coach has been a different experience for Katie, but one that she said she is enjoying. I love coaching, said Pedlowe. Its been an interesting transition from actually being a part of the team on the field to now being on the sidelines and unable to actively play in the game, but I love having the opportunity to still be around the girls and around the sport. Wessels was also a four-year womens soccer player. During her PLNU career she scored 18 goals with four assists for a total of 40 points. She was named to the AllGSAC team twice, was selected as the GSAC Player of the Year in 2011 and was picked as a San Diego Hall relationship with them as just a coach and not a peer. Its odd that the freshmen on the team only see me as the coach instead of one of them, said Pedlowe, but I suppose Ill have to get used to that as the years go on. Aimee Bird played two years for PLNU volleyball and was a ScholarAthlete. Head coach Sarah Gustin said she hand-picked her to return this year as a coach. I felt that Aimee would fill a need that we had on the staff with her enthusiasm and passion for the game and for discipleship, said Gustin. Bird said she is enjoying her coaching opportunity and learning from Gustin so that she will be a better coach in the future. Working with Sarah is great, said Bird. She was definitely one of my favorite coaches, so whether she realizes it or not, Im taking this as an opportunity to learn from her so that I can be a great coach too some day. Gustin said she also enjoys working alongside Bird and building a deeper, more mutual relationship with her as a colleague. She gets to see a lot more behind the scenes of coaching and is involved in our game planning on a much deeper level, said Gustin. If anything I would say there is a deeper trust in each other because of the nature of the position.

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Left to right: Katie Pedlowe, Aimee Bird and Erica Wessels were star athletes a year ago for PLNU. This year, they have returned as assistant coaches.

of Champions Player of the Year. Being a coach and not a player for PLNU has been a weird experience for Wessels, but she said she feels she has adjusted well. Coaching is definitely a big change from being a player, said Wessels. In this new role as a coach, I focus more on the big picture and what I can do to make the team better. Head coach Tim Hall said he personally picked these two women

to return to their alma mater as his assistant coaches. Theyre so dialed into the program already, and the fact that they were captains [last year] means not only were they dialed in, but they were leaders, said Hall. So I feel like thats a really good rsum for being an assistant coach. Hall said he loves working alongside these two young women and watching them adjust to the

world of being a coach. Both Wessels and Pedlowe said their relationships with their former teammates have not changed much. I was fortunate enough to have their respect as I led the team as a captain my last two years at Loma, said Wessels, and in some ways I feel like this role as coach is similar. The team brought in some new players this year and it has been strange for Pedlowe to build a

North-campus athletic facilities to undergo renovation

colton irvine staff writer At the North end of campus near Wiley Hall lie two abandoned tennis and basketball courts. However, in order to improve student life, PLNU has decided to cover the courts with field turf. The school is planning on covering the courts with field turf in the future to allow for more space for exercise and athletics on campus, said Steve Riddle, Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Events. According to Riddle, there is a possibility that the current court space will be expanded to create even more room. The current space is the size of the courts plus additional space around the edges, roughly 6,000 total square feet. No lines or markings will exist on the turf because this would increase the price of the project, Riddle said. The goal of the project, according to Riddle, is to have this turf court accessible for athletes as well as students on campus. It would be open for the students to use for sports and other things like intramurals, Riddle said. Of course it would have to be taken care of and monitored, to make sure no one is having food fights (on it) or anything. Right now there is no set date when this project will begin. It all depends on the type of funding that the school receives. George Latter, Vice President of Finance at PLNU, said in an email that the school has received bids in this project in the past somewhere between $65,000-85,000. The high costs have prevented the school from starting this project; however, there are less-expensive options currently being explored by administration in the finance department. Indoor soccer, football, ultimate frisbee and lacrosse (perhaps even croquet) are all sports that could be played on these courts once tuft is installed. I think it would be sweet to play a football game on this new court during halftime of an NFL game, said Ryley Johnson, a junior and Wiley Resident. It would be much more accessible than the soccer field for residents on the North side of campus. PLNU womens soccer coach Tim Hall is excited about this project idea. He said it would help preserve the soccer field while also giving the soccer programs here an additional place to train. Beyond the impact on the soccer programs here, Hall said in an email that the project would enhance a broader scope of activity for the campus as a whole.

ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

TYLER WILSON
M. CROSS COUNTRY
Wilson continued his excellent season with a solid effort at the UCSD Triton Invitational Saturday, running the brutal 8-kilometer course in 28:04. The sophomore from Huntington Beach, Calif., has improved his times dramatically this season as the Sea Lions second runner.

KALLIE CALDWELL
W. SOCCER
Caldwell assisted on two of PLNUs goals in a 3-0 romp over Cal Baptist Tuesday, her third and fourth assists this season. The senior from Coronado set up Claire Mathews for a header in the 15th minute and assisted on Nicole Crafts goal in the 57th minute.
courtesy of colton irvine

The athletic courts by Wiley Hall are virtually abandoned. The school is planning to cover the area with field turf to allow students to play anything from football to frisbee.

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SPORTS 7

Norwegian basketball player follows dream to PLNU

todd campbell staff writer For Oeivind Lundestad, a sophomore basketball player from Kongsberg, Norway, the process of making it to the United States to play college basketball, a dream of his from the age of seven, was not simple and straightforward, but his persistence and determination helped make his dream become a reality. Lundestad was introduced to the game of basketball, not well-known throughout Norway, at an early age by his father, who for a short stint played with the Norwegian National team. I grew up in a city where basketball is actually relevant, where kids are actually playing basketball, said Lundestad. Lundestad developed a deep passion for the game, and playing became part of his daily routine. From the moment his father introduced him to basketball, Lundestad knew he wanted to come play college basketball in the United States. In order to pursue his dream, Lundestad had to move away from home at 17 to attend the Sports Academy of Norway for high school. Lundestad planned to develop his skills in hopes of gaining attention from college coaches. While at the sports academy, Lundestad lived in his own small apartment about the size of his dorm room now. He had to pay his own bills, buy his own food, and cook his own meals while his family was back home, an hour-anda-half train ride away. The toughest part was living on my own, said Lundestad. I felt alone. But I became more mature as a player and a person. And I feel Im able to handle all situations. By the time Lundestad graduated from high school, he had not received the attention from the college coaches that he wanted. He only had one offer: a walk-on spot at Brigham Young University Hawaii. Lundestad was advised to decline the offer and to keep working on his game in hopes of increasing exposure to more colleges. So Lundestad moved back home for a year and went to work writing, that is. He went online, conferenceby-conference, division-by-division, and took every email address to every coach and sent out his highlight video. I told them I would do whatever, Lundestad said. Ill pay for my flights. Ill show up at your campus. I just want to meet you, and I want you to see me play. After sending roughly 2,000 emails, he received only 20 responses and only one that wanted him to come visit: the University of San Francisco. Lundestad took the opportunity and headed to the Bay Area. He was able to showcase his skills, and he even got in touch with San Jose State University and Santa Clara University and visited those schools as well. After his visits, the coaches referred Lundestad to Ohlone College in Fremont, California. They told me about a junior college, and all I wanted was an opportunity, said Lundestad. And they gave me an opportunity to play. So I took it. He spent all last year at Ohlone College where he experienced life in the United States and college basketball for the first time. After last year, Lundestad was introduced to PLNU. The head Mens Basketball coach at Ohlone College coached with the PLNU mens basketball coach Bill Carr before they each took their current positions. Their connection introduced Lundestad to the university. I knew he would be a very good fit for our school, and knew he would fit very well with the team, assistant Mens Basketball coach Jordan Courneya said. And when the opportunity arose, Lundestad didnt take much time to make his to move to San Diego. When Coach Carr and Point Loma came across and San Diego, I was sold from day one, said Lundestad. The campus. The city. The people. I couldnt say no. Lundestad arrived at PLNU this fall and is fitting right in. Hes a great guy. He fits right in because hes so nice and friendly, willing to help out others, said his roommate and teammate Judson Welfringer.

courtesy of todd campbell

Lundestad said he didnt come in with any expectations and has just tried to embrace all that PLNU has to offer. I feel very welcome here, he said. The people in general are very nice on this campus and really attentive people. I made a great decision.

Jakes Take: The obvious choice for the American League MVP
jacob roth sports editor If you havent been paying attention, this baseball season has forged one of the most hotlycontested and feverishly-debated MVP races in years, and the field in the American League has been narrowed down to two welldeserving players. First, theres Mike Trout, the Angels five-tool prodigy who just wrapped up arguably the most jaw-dropping rookie season in any sport ever. And then theres Miguel Cabrera of the Detroit Tigers, baseballs most dominant slugger who just won the first Triple Crown since Carl Yastrzemski in 1967. Personally, I think the choice is pretty obvious: Mike Trout was not only the best player in baseball this year he was the most valuable. The case for Cabrera has come down to three arguments. 1. He won the Triple Crown for the first time in 45 years! He should automatically be MVP. Let me make myself clear: I believe that the Triple Crown leading your league in batting average, home runs and runs batted in is a monumental achievement. Since 1900, its only been done 13 other times by 11 different players, most recently by Yastrzemski in 1967. Theres a lot of history there. But should that guarantee Miggy the MVP? Absolutely not. MLB started handing out MVP awards in 1911. And of the 11 times a player won the Triple Crown, only six times did that same player win their leagues MVP. Thats hardly a guarantee. Plus, as much as old-school purists love touting the Triple Crown, its hardly an accurate measure of a players overall skill or value to his team. Baseball players are supposed to do more than just hit the ball. Should the NBAs leading scorer automatically win MVP every year? Cabreras batting stats this year .330 batting average, 44 home runs and 139 RBIs were impressive, but lets not forget that statistically he actually costs his team runs through his base running and fielding. His 13 errors tied for third by AL third basemen. Hes stolen just four bases all season. The Triple Crown hasnt been done in a long time, but it has happened 13 other times. What Trout accomplished this year has never been done. Trout became the first player in MLB history to post a .326 average, 30 home runs, 49 steals and 129 runs. Not the first rookie the first player. Ever. By the way, he turned 21 in August. Whats more historic? Trout also posted a nearly unheard-of 10.7 wins above replacement (WAR), which tracks the amount of wins a player is worth to his team compared to a statistically average player. Not only did that lead the majors, but it was the highest number by a center fielder since Willie Mays in 1964. Trout has robbed four home runs this year and will almost certainly win a Gold Glove. Not to mention hes also notched over 60 extra-base hits and stolen successfully over 90 percent on his attempts. ESPN even dubbed him their Defensive Player of the Year. 2. Cabreras team made the playoffs, and Trouts team came up short. How can Trout be more valuable if he didnt even lead his team to the playoffs? Have you even looked at the standings? Forget for a second that the Angels actually have a better record than the Tigers. Have you even looked at the AL Central, Cabreras division? Miggy got to pad his stats against bottom-feeders like the Indians (6894) and Twins (66-96), the two teams that gave up the most runs in the AL. Meanwhile, Trout and the Angels played in the same division as the 93win Rangers and the 94-win As who gave up the second-fewest runs in the AL. Even last-place Seattle had the leagues third-best pitching staff. In case you forgot, Mike Trout missed the first 20 games of the season before the Angels called him up from the minors. At that point, the Angels were 6-14 and tied for the secondworst record in the majors. After Trout got called up, the Angels went 83-59, which just so happened to be the best record in all of baseball! Who really meant more to their team? If you use this argument, youre basically saying Cabrera should win because the As and Rangers were way better than the White Sox. Thats ridiculous. 3. Trout slumped at the end of the year while Cabrera caught fire. MVPs should play better down the stretch. Cabrera had an incredible September as the Tigers squeaked by the White Sox to win the Central. Trout saw his batting average tumble from over .350 down to .326 during the seasons last two months. But can you do me a quick favor and look up the rule that says September games are worth more wins than games in June? That one seems to have slipped my mind. And as for Trouts so-called slump? Over August and September, he still hit .272, which would still be toward the top of the AL over a full season. Cabrera may have had a season for the ages, but he wasnt the most valuable. Trout did things this season that had never been done, and after he was called up from the minors, the Angels were the best team in the league. I dont see whats left to discuss. When the awards are handed out in November, Cabrera probably will get the most votes and win. But Mike Trout was, without a doubt, the American Leagues most valuable player this year.

KRACY NAMED STAR OF THE MONTH

courtesy of plnu sports information

Senior goalkeeper Tiffany Kracy was selected as a September Star of the Month by the San Diego Hall of Champions. A three-time NAIA All-American, Kracy has a 0.31 goals-against average this season to go along with 27 saves.

SEA LIONS SCOREBOARD

MENS SOCCER
10/2 L 0-2 vs. Cal Baptist University 10/6 L 0-2 vs. Hawaii Pacific University

WOMENS SOCCER
10/2 W 3-0 vs. Cal Baptist University 10/6 T 0-0 vs. Hawaii Pacific University

VOLLEYBALL
10/5 L 2-3 vs. Dixie State (Utah)

CROSS COUNTRY
10/6 M. 8th, W. 13th @ UCSD Triton Invitational M: Russell - 18th, 27:01.9 W: Matranga - 33rd, 23:43.6

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To ink or not to ink

hana eades ppinion editor During freshman year of college, I got a tattoo on my back and an industrial bar piercing in my ear. Though I was never ashamed to have marked my body, I was intimidated by what my mother would say about it. Not knowing how to tell her, I avoided the topic altogether. A week before Thanksgiving break, Mom and Aunt Kari drove the 740 miles from home to Point Loma to surprise me for one of my Gospel Choir performances. While I was hugging Mom, Aunt Kari asked what the big ugly metal thing in my ear was. I explained that it was new and sensitive. When Aunt Kari jokingly began tugging at my shirt looking for the tattoo, I assumed they knew about the artwork on my left shoulder blade. Ok, here it is, I told them as I lifted the back of my shirt, revealing the still-peeling Tribal-design treble clef. Both of them looked as if they had seen a ghost. Apparently, they had no idea that I had gotten a tattoo. Your daddys going to cry, mom said. Why did you get it anyways? Why did I get it in the first place? To be cool and hip, I suppose could be a typical answer from a PLNU student. Because I was curious to see what it would feel like, could be another. A popular excuse is that tattoos are an interesting conversation starter. It seems that permanent body art is a popular fad growing among college students. I really want a tattoo, one of my friends said. Yeah? of what? I asked. And where? Oh, I dont really know what it would be, or where Id get it, he said. Why is it that inking our bodies is seem-

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Melodies are embedded in my soul and songs are constantly playing in my thoughts, so why not share that outwardly through artwork?
ingly expected in our generation? I want to know the story behind peoples tattoos. What is special about the design? Why is the location significant? I planned my tattoo for several years the design, location and meaning. When I got my tattoo done, I had no intention of fitting in with modern fads; at the time, I felt incomplete without the artwork. I wanted to have what I felt on the inside show on my flesh. I wanted others to know and understand how much I truly loved music melodies are embedded in my soul and songs are constantly playing in my thoughts, so why not share that outwardly through artwork?

Chapel Annoyances
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Poetry Corner
In loving memory of my favorite shoes
hana eades opinion editor Airwalk. Black and white. You fit perfectly to my petite feet And kept my tiny toes warm for years. Marching through the grass you were there As I made sweet music. My peers wrote their thoughts on you In hopes to someday make history. We are remembered by our scribbles That are smudged behind your broken laces.

Awkward Sea Lion :

Sharing your Loma fails
You lose reception on campus...
...so you shake your phone like a Magic 8 ball

The holes in your soles simply show the places Ive gone with you. Weve spent many years together Walked through the ice and coals of everyday life. When I was lost, you told me my Left from my Right And always pointed me in the right direction. Because of you, Ive learned to make the best of what I have. Through thick and thin, Youve been there to hold me up. Your soles wear thin, leaving tiny footprints Of my life throughout the world. The history books written on you by my friends Will always be studied and remembered. The emotions of brokenness will be remembered When I see your broken laces tied back together by prayer. The lingering footprints left behind Will remind me where to walk and not be lost. You, my black and white Airwalks, will never be replaced. Id say you left big shoes to fill but thats a lie Because youre size 6. My new means of transportation will be a sequel to your legacy. Never will you be completely replaced. Youre one-of-a-kind. In loving memory of my favorite shoes.

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After drinking six cups of coffee... ...you still need an afternoon nap

While wearing dark sunglasses, you stare at someone...

...and realize youre actually wearing reading glasses